Charles Peake, Sir Walter Monckton and Lord Hood
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Charles Peake, Sir Walter Monckton and Lord Hood
Charles Peake (left-centre), head of the Foreign Office News Department, and Sir Walter Monckton (right-centre) with Lord Hood (far right).
1940
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Foreign Hood Minister Ministry Monckton Office Peake Propaganda Sep16 Walter
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph taken during the tumultuous year of 1940, three distinguished figures of the British Civil Service stand resolute against the backdrop of the Second World War. From left to right, we see Charles Peake, head of the Foreign Office News Department, Sir Walter Monckton, a future Minister of State for War, and Admiral The Earl of Hood, First Sea Lord and Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Navy. The image captures a moment of collaboration and determination as these key figures worked together to communicate the British war effort to the nation and the world. Peake, with his pen and paper, was instrumental in shaping the Foreign Office's wartime propaganda efforts, while Monckton, a future minister in the War and Colonial Offices, provided strategic guidance. Lord Hood, a respected military leader, brought his vast experience and authority to the table, ensuring that the Foreign Office's messaging was aligned with the military situation. The photograph, taken on September 16, 1940, during a critical period in the war, underscores the importance of effective communication and collaboration in times of crisis. The trio's unwavering commitment to their roles in the Civil Service during this pivotal moment in history would go on to shape the course of the war and the future of their respective careers. The image is a poignant reminder of the crucial role the Civil Service played in supporting the British war effort during World War II, and the vital importance of effective communication and collaboration in times of crisis. This photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the inner workings of the British government during a time of great upheaval and change.
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